Pass The Mic

Christians in the United States and around the world have seen their faith in Jesus Christ distorted and leveraged in defense of authoritarian leaders who seek to erode freedoms essential to a thriving democracy. Some Christians enthusiastically praise dictatorial leaders and regimes.This fall, Georgetown University’s Center on Faith and Justice hosted a summit of interfaith leaders with the intention of countering these disturbing trends. The Summit took place on September 19-20 at the new McCourt School of Public Policy building on Georgetown’s Capitol Campus.The summit included the unveiling of a new statement presenting a theologically centered Christian defense of Democracy, sessions on the themes of religion and democracy and devoted to strategizing about how to maintain the integrity of our faith traditions and our tradition of democratic governance.We met in a moment of crisis. Yet we did so as people of God animated by faith, hope, and love. It is in this spirit that we reaffirm Christian support for democracy and invite all Christians and people of moral conscience to do the same. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over 7 years later and still relevant... Tyler and Jemar discuss the combination of misogyny and racism directed towards black women (misogynoir). They call themselves and other black men to repent and honor women as God commands.Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMicEpisode 178 Original Airdate: Nov 6 2017 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Jemar Tisby sits down with our video producer Ryan Gentry to discuss his personal journey of biracial identity formation. As someone who grew up in a predominantly 'color blind' environment and later embraced a more nuanced understanding of race, Ryan shares his experiences navigating questions of identity, belonging, and cultural understanding.Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this thought-provoking episode of Pass The Mic, hosts Pastor Tyler Burns and Dr. Jemar Tisby dive into the transformative power of the Church in today’s society. They explore how the Church offers deliverance in the face of modern struggles and how followers of Jesus are equipped with spiritual authority. With insightful discussion on the role of faith communities, they unpack the significance of the church as a force for good, healing, and justice. Whether you’re a believer seeking deeper faith or curious about the church’s relevance today, this episode challenges and inspires. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the pages of The Spirit of Justice and uncover the enduring power of faith and resistance in the fight for racial equality. Here are key themes and takeaways you'll explore: Historical Resistance: Learn about the brave individuals who stood against racial injustice throughout American history. Faith in Action: See how deeply faith influenced major movements and led to significant changes in society. Inspiration for Today: Draw strength and inspiration from past victories and strategies to fuel current and future activism. Cultural Impact: Understand the role of African American culture in shaping resistance and fostering a legacy of change. Continuing the Fight: Recognize that the journey towards justice is ongoing and the spirit of resistance is as necessary now as ever. Get your copy today: The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance: Tisby, Jemar: 9780310144854: Amazon.com: Books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A few spoilers for the 2023 film American Fiction. Inspired by a recent viewing of American Fiction, Dr. Jemar Tisby is joined with EP Beau York to discuss the pitfalls that progressive white liberals fall into when attempting to separate themselves from racism.American Fiction is a 2023 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Cord Jefferson in his feature directorial debut. Based on the 2001 novel Erasure by Percival Everett, it follows a frustrated novelist-professor who writes an outlandish satire of stereotypical "Black" books, only for it to be mistaken for serious literature and published to high sales and critical praise. The film stars Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody and Keith David.Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Wednesday, August 14, Jemar joined several of our friends and colleagues to speak on the Evangelicals for Harris Zoom call. From the moment the organization announced the event, all the speakers became the victims of online attacks. What does it mean to run from cliches and to truly embrace a 'thick' political theology versus the ingrained 'thin' political theology of evangelical's past?Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over 10 years later and still relevant... Jemar is joined by Tyler Burns & Michelle Higgins to discuss the events in Ferguson surrounding the killing of Michael Brown, race relations in America, and the role of the church in the midst of injustice. Note: Episode recorded live via Google Hangout on Aug 19, 2014. At that time we experienced a few delays in connection causing some of the sporadic audio issues you hear during this episode.Original Airdate: August 19, 2014Support this podcast on patreon at www.patreon.com/PassTheMic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On August 9, 2014, 18-year-old Michael Brown was shot and killed by police officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Missouri, a suburb of St. Louis. Just one year after the murder of Trayvon Martin set off fresh waves of racial unrest throughout the nation and in the church. Fanning the flame started after the acquittal of Trayvon's killer, #BlackLivesMatter became the banner under which the latest movement for Black freedom marched.Tyler and Jemar reflect on 10 years of racial revelations since Brown's death and asses what it all means for attempts at racial justice in the church.Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr Jemar Tisby and Pastor Tyler Burns engage in a deep and nuanced discussion on whether Black Christians should denounce their fraternities and sororities. They explore the history, cultural significance, and the spiritual implications of Greek letter organizations within the Black community as well as providing insights into their roles and relevance today amongst modern critique.Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices